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Download a list of picture books to introduce the 6 Traits

august 22, 2023

Download a list of picture books to introduce the 6 Traits
Kristina's Favorite Picture Books for Teaching the Six Traits

Many teachers choose to introduce each of the 6 Traits by revealing a text that exemplifies the trait. Teachers point out words, phrases, and sentences that depict the trait in action.

(Download a PDF version of Kristina’s 6-Traits Picture Book Recommendations.)

Picture books are a great option. The text is short (which is important for a mini-lesson) and engaging for students–even those in middle school and high school!

Most teachers read a different book to represent each trait. But, if you are looking for a single title that demonstrates all 6 Traits, look for the * at the end of each title/author. These are texts that depict all 6 Traits in obvious ways.

For those looking for mentor text that is NOT a picture book, check out the final page of the download. It includes poems, song lyrics, text messages, and other text types that are authentic depictions of the traits in action.

Trait Trackers by Kristina Smekens

Track mentor text examples of the 6 Traits of Writing in these popular picture books with Trait Trackers by Kristina Smekens.

Trait Trackers - by Kristina Smekens

Track mentor text examples of the 6 Traits of Writing in these popular picture books with Trait Trackers by Kristina Smekens.

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